1998 Ford Escort alternator

Tiny
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Engine problem
1998 Ford Escort Front Wheel Drive Manual 200000 miles

is there a spring release for the pulleys to install a alternator belt
Friday, December 7th, 2007 AT 4:38 PM

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Tiny
JWALTH02
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There should be a belt tensionor on this model, just put a wrench on it and turn it away from the belt and it will loosen it.
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Friday, December 7th, 2007 AT 5:17 PM
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KEN L
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Yes, use a 1/2 inch breaker bar or ratchet on the belt tension here is how in the images below. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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